💙 A Legacy Honored. A Future Built. 💙
Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation hosted a building dedication and naming ceremony on Friday, November 7th to officially open the Ruth Callon Center, a new K–5 trauma and behavior support center designed to serve students across the district.
The center houses Clark-Pleasant’s K–5 Trauma and Behavior Program, which offers a safe, supportive environment designed to help students develop the skills they need to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. The program is rooted in trauma-informed care and positive conscious discipline support. The staff is committed to partnering closely with families to ensure each child feels safe, valued, and understood. The building is named in honor of Ruth (Doub) Callon — educator, coach, advocate, and pioneer in girls’ and women’s athletics. Callon spent her life creating opportunities for those who were overlooked or left out. She co-founded Special Olympics in Johnson County, created early women’s athletic programs, and built a legacy grounded in courage, compassion, and action.
The dedication ceremony featured remarks from Superintendent Dr. Tim Edsell, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Cassandra Shipp, Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame Executive Director Matt Martin, and Principal Nicole Osborne
One of the event’s defining moments was the presentation of the key to the building from Matt Shultz of The Peterson Company (construction partner) to Principal Osborne, symbolizing the official handoff of the project.
Immediately after, guests gathered outside for:
The unveiling of the building name on the exterior façade
A ribbon cutting ceremony marking the official opening
Principal Nicole Osborne described how the center reflects Ruth Callon’s legacy: “Legacy isn’t just about what we leave — it’s what we build together, day by day, with perseverance and persistence. Every beam, every wall, and every classroom in the Ruth Callon Center represents her spirit.”
The most emotional moment came when Dan Callon, Ruth’s son, shared stories about his mother’s lifelong mission to ensure every person was noticed, valued, and included. “Often, the greatest gift she gave was noticing people,” he said.
“I don’t believe CPCSC could have chosen a better name for this building than the Ruth Callon Center. Our family thanks you and will cherish this honor for generations to come.”
Thank you to all who attended this event and for making this a memorable moment in our corporation.
This story was featured on Fox 59 and Channel 4 on Friday, November 7th during the nightly news . This story will be featured in the Daily Journal this week.
Photo Credit to Erika Malone , Daily Journal and Nicole Osborne, Principal
Hallow Trails Fun at RCC!
Yesterday, our RCC kids and special guests enjoyed a festive and slightly spooky adventure during Hallow Trails! Students worked together to decorate the walking trail leading to our outdoor classroom, transforming it into a fall-themed path full of creativity and Halloween spirit.
Once there, students gathered for a special storytime read by Dr. Shipp, followed by snacks and crafts back in the cafeteria — even Dr. Edsell joined in on the fun and made a bat of his own!
A big thank-you to the Clark-Pleasant Police Department, who walked with our students to and from the outdoor classroom and helped make the journey both safe and enjoyable.
It was a perfect mix of imagination, community, and fall celebration. 🍂🎃
#RCC #WeAreClarkPleasant #WarriorProud #CommunityStrong
We’re excited to invite the community to the Naming Dedication Ceremony for our new K–5 Center on November 7 at 3:00 p.m.
The former Sawmill Woods Elementary School has been revitalized and transformed into a new alternative school. At this ceremony, we’ll reveal the name of the beloved community member whose legacy will live on through this new building.
📍 700 Sawmill Rd, New Whiteland, IN 46184
✂️ Name unveiling • Speeches • Building tours • Sweet treats
We can’t wait to share this meaningful moment with you!
After Dismissal , CPCSC will be on Fall Break until students return on Monday, October 20th.
Have a safe and relaxing break!
Let's finish strong this week!!
REMINDER!! Next week we have CPCSC Fall Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Conference Dates:
Tuesday, Sept. 30
Thursday, Oct. 2
Parents are encouraged to schedule a time with teachers during the allotted sessions at their student’s school.
📌Key Details:
Conferences will take place during the evenings on Sept. 30 & Oct. 2
Sept. 30: Conferences begin at 3:00PM (WCHS & CPMS) and 4:00PM (Elementary)
Oct. 2: Conferences begin at 3:00PM (WCHS & CPMS) and 4:00PM (Elementary)
Oct. 3: Early release day — 2 hours early
Let’s partner together for student success! 💙🧡
#CPCSC #ParentTeacherConferences #WarriorStrong
Multi-Lingual Common Communities in CPCSC
We warmly invite our Punjabi- and Spanish-speaking families to join us for Common Communities, a welcoming time to connect with other families and school staff. Dr. Edsell will share updates on high school construction as well as information about attendance and cultural or religious observances. Our Tech Team will show families how to use Skyward to check grades and how to choose their preferred language in ParentSquare. If time allows, families will also have a chance to share their experiences from the beginning of the year, ask questions, and let us know what’s important to them. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please let us know if you can attend!
Tuesday, September 23 – Spanish Speakers & Families, 6:00 PM
Wednesday, September 24 – Punjabi Speakers & Families, 6:00 PM
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Join us TONIGHT! for the 3rd Annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
📍 Football Field – 300 Main St, Whiteland, IN 46184
Hosted by:
👮♂️ Clark-Pleasant PD
👮♂️ Whiteland PD
👮♂️ New Whiteland PD
👮♂️ Johnson County Sheriff’s Office
🎧 Music by DJ Medic
🌭 Free Food & Drinks
🎈 Family Fun, Games, and More!
💙 It’s all for the kids!
Bring the whole family for a night of community, fun, and connection!
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Despite the rain, today was full of sunshine in our hearts as we officially opened the first-ever outdoor classroom at Clark-Pleasant Community School Corporation with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by our educators and community members.
This beautiful space was made possible by the Leadership Johnson County Class of 2025 project group, Beyond Four Walls, whose vision and dedication brought this idea to life. There were many donations made not only monetarily but in volunteer hours and supplies to bring this space to completion. Thank you to all of those who braved the weather to be a part of this monumental day!
We can't wait for our students to see and use this awesome space this upcoming week when school starts. Watch for a detailed story in the Daily Journal this week about this special event today!
*Photo Credit Erika Malone, Daily Journal
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